Trustees, Report The board present their report and audited accounts for the year ended 31st October 2025. Objects and Activities Promote the benefit of the inhabitants of the Kilmacrew area and its environs in Corbet, Killaney, Knockgorm and Scolvan (hereafter described as "the area of benefiy ) without distinction of age, sex, race, disability, political, religious or other opinion. It will do so by associating the statutory authorities, voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and to provide facilities in the interest of the social welfare, education, recreation or other leisure-time occupation with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants; Establish a Community Development Initiative and to co-operate with other relevant organisations in the promotion of activities by the Group and its constituent bodies in furtherance of the above objects; Advance knowledge and appreciation of the Ulster-scots language and culture to encourage understanding and acceptance of all indigenous cultures to the area of benefit. Charitable Purposes Pur ose One The direct benefit flowing from this is a safe and neutral facility for residents of the said area of benefit to use the meetings or training courses with various educational or government bodies. The benefit is evidenced by word of mouth from the attendees, and feedback. after using the centre, from the organisational bodies. This purpose does not lead to any harm. The benefit is for all inhabitants within the environs of Corbet, Killaney, Knockgorni and Scolvan. A private benefit flowing from this is purely incidental and necessary. so that the benefit is available to all, Another dirert benefit is a united community, which has come together as one, to achieve its targets. Further benefit is a more vibrant and inclusive society via
the educational programmes and recreational activities. These benefits are evidenced through the diverse set up within the organisation, also through feedback generated from the activities laid on by the organisation. These benefits are for all residents within Corbet, Killaney, Knockgorm and Scolvan area. Private benefits from these are purely incidental and necessary to any group member, as family members of all can avail of any opportunities arising. Pur ose Two The direct benefit flowing from this is a more informed society and healthier community lifestyle, giving them a better standard of living conditions and environment. This is evidenced by feedback, both qualitative and quantitative. This benefit is for all within Corbet, Killaney, Knockgorm and Scolvan community, The private benefit for Group members is in line with the rest of the community, which is gaining a healthier lifestyle, and being better informed. This is purely incidental and necessary so that the benefit is available to all. Achievements We have provided clean and modern facilities circa 1200ft for community use throughout the year in the Kilmacrew area of south Down with a catchment area of a 9 mile radius of our facility with estimated potential beneficiaries in excess of 500 people. We have facilitated a number of private funrtions. We facilitate a local men's group on a monthly basis. We have facilitated a Tractor Run where they raised fundsfor Motor Neuron Disease We have facilitated a Big Breakfast for local charity B Positive The upgrading of our hall has been completed and all bricks were raked out and repointed in the gable and all of the east wall.
Public Benefits We have provided a facility for groups. individuals and professional organisations for over 250 beneficiaries. Corporate Governance Kilmacrew & District Rural Community Group is a constituted community organisation. The organisation is registered with the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland and its number is NIC103702. The organisation was formed on 6th September 2005 and its governing instrument is the constitution. The governing body is the board of whose members are listed as l. lan Montgomery 2. Bertie McRoberts 3. Sally Mccahon 4. Will MacRoberts Chair Vice Chair Secretary Treasurer This report was approved by the board on 23rd March 2026. Signed on behalf of the trustees lan Montgomery Chair